The ancient techniques and spirit of the Japanese sword- A Modern Challenge

Released 2010

Japanese 32 min & English 32 min Only

This DVD is a documentary on Japanese sword making.  The All Japan Sword smith Association videoed the forging of Sue-Bizen style swords in Ofune, a town famous for sword making. The video begins with the first step the creation of Tamahagane to the final polishing.  The techniques of sword making have been passed down for generations.